Science & Technology

Indiana University researchers have received $1.2 million from the National Science Foundation to study maker movements, repair collectives and "hackerspaces" in the Midwest and Asia as a potential a driver of the U.S. economy.

A spectacular total lunar eclipse will be the highlight of September as the moon plunges deep into Earth's shadow. Observers across most of North America and South America will see all 72 minutes of totality on the evening of Sept. 27, while those in most of Europe, Africa and the Middle East will witness the eclipse before dawn on Sept. 28.

The initiative is aimed at strengthening the pipeline of graduates with the preparation and interest needed to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math by inspiring, engaging and educating the next generation of scientists and engineers.

The appointment of Indiana University Distinguished Professor and C. Ben Dutton Professor of Law Fred H. Cate as IUs new vice president for research was approved today (Aug. 14) by the universitys board of trustees.

IU enjoyed one of its best years ever for research grants, private philanthropy and economic development activities in fiscal year 2015, providing further compelling evidence of IU's enormous positive impact on Indiana.

An Indiana University professor is part of an international team of biologists working to expand Darwin's theory of evolution to encompass factors that influence a species' growth and development beyond genetics -- as well as to consider the impact of species on the environment.